1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 436 kg more than 1967 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 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
