1966 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 350 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 402 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1973 Honda Civic, 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 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
