1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Cosmo | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
