1967 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 544 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
