1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
