1997 AC Cobra vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault Siete 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 316 more horse power than 1976 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 AC Cobra weights approximately 211 kg more than 1976 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1976 Renault Siete | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Siete |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
