2000 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 288 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
