1966 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 15 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 252 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 97 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | 5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
