2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
