1967 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1967 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 55 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Cosmo | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Carina |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
