1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
