1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 252 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
