1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1968 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 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 1,964 cc, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
