1997 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 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 254 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Cobra | 132 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |