1985 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 162 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
