1985 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra 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 231 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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 (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
