1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1967 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Fleetwood | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2210 mm |
