2004 Fiat Albea vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Albea | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Albea | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |