1966 AC Cobra vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1978 Seat 131 is newer by 12 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) has 357 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 182 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | 131 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
