1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo 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 71 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |
