1999 Kia Avella vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
