1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
