1966 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra 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 377 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 652 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | Cobra | Fellow |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 59 mm |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2100 mm |