1964 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 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 156 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 677 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Cobra | Sportage |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |