1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Cosmo | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
