2003 AC Cobra vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 332 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Cobra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2230 mm |
