1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 17 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flavia | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Flavia | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
