1997 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 AC Cobra weights approximately 236 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2200 mm |
