1998 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 271 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | OT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
