1996 AC Cobra vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 AC Cobra weights approximately 236 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2010 mm |
