1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 323 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Cosmo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1591 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
