1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, both 1969 Mazda Cosmo and 1969 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,962 cc, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 12 (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Renault 12.
Because 1969 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Renault 12 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1969 Renault 12 | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Cosmo | 12 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 89 L |