1964 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Because 1964 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Cobra | Delta |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |