1999 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 535 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. 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 (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Chante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2210 mm |
