1999 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 23 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 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 1999 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | Alfasud |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 83 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 59 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |