1962 Ford Popular vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 505 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Popular | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
