1966 AC Cobra vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 10 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 346 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 217 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
