1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 28 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Mazda | Tatra |
| Model | Cosmo | T700 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3140 mm |
