2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 167 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
