1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1967 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 510 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, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1967 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
