1996 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta 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 265 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1981 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
