1966 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 46 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 173 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 423 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
