1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Cobra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Fiat | AC |
| Model | Strada | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
