1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Agila weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1983 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Cosmo | Agila |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
