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Torsional rigidity: FFR vs UNIQUE

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The first Cobra replica I ran across was FFR's. Later, a friend mentioned UNIQUE MOTORS. After looking at the two, and their respective frames, it would seem that UNIQUE, with their pancake-like frame would have to depend on the body itself to have sufficient torsional rigidity. I used to have an MG-TC, and when I pulled into a driveway that was steep, I could feel the body twist as I turned up-hill onto it. If they use the body to add this stiffness, they must use the fiberglass as a structural part of the car, which would probably add considerably to the weight. Can anyone tell me if there is any advantage of the UNIQUE Cobra over the FFR? At present, I'm leaning strongly toward the FFR. Thanks.
 
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