1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
