1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Cosmo | 440 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
