1985 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 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 157 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | 130 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
