1957 Austin A135 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1140 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A135 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
