1975 Honda Civic vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC Cobra weights approximately 472 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 AC Cobra 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 1967 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic, 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Honda | AC |
| Model | Civic | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
