1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 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 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Festiva | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2210 mm |
