1954 Austin Princess vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1240 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Princess | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2210 mm |
