1967 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 490 kg more than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Cosmo | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Cosmo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
