2000 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto 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 275 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 20 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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 159 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
