1996 Honda Today vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC Cobra weights approximately 437 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Honda | AC |
| Model | Today | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
