1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
