1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 100 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
