1999 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 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 158 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
