1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1900 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
