2001 Kia Sportage vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 447 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Kia | AC |
| Model | Sportage | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
