1985 AC Cobra vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 288 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | AC | Morris |
Model | Cobra | Minor |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2190 mm |