1966 Fiat OT vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | OT | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
