1967 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 22 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, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Cosmo | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Cosmo | 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 956 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
