2000 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 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 283 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
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, 1979 Simca 1308, 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Cobra | 1308 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
