1967 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 12 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Cosmo | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Cosmo | 505 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
