2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carnival | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
