1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
