1974 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1974 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 426 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
