1966 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 13 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 353 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Cobra | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
