1966 AC Cobra vs. 1965 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1965 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Cobra | 2300 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |