1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 25 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 347 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
