2003 AC Cobra vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 286 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 132 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Cobra | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
