2001 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 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 187 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Cobra | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
