1961 Skoda 1200 vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 88 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Skoda 1200 | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Skoda | Mazda |
Model | 1200 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |