2003 AC Cobra vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia 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) has 303 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 162 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Cobra | Appia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| 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 | 47 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
