1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
