1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 301 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 Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte 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 Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Cosmo | Forte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
