1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 189 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1972 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fairlane | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
