1964 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida is newer by 46 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 159 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 274 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, 2010 Nissan Tiida, 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
