2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 123 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Cee'd | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |