2001 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Cobra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Cobra | Appia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |