1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Berline | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |