1966 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 45 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. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Cobra | iOn |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
