2001 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 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 279 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131.
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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | AC | Fiat |
Model | Cobra | 131 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |