2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cobalt | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
