1985 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 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 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
