1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 445 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
