1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 468 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
