1967 Audi Variant vs. 1983 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1983 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Variant | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
