1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1974 Triumph Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 52 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Cosmo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
