2000 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Cobra | 130 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |