1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 1996 Rover 600 is newer by 27 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 1,962 cc, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 600 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Rover 600, 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, 1996 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1996 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Cosmo | 600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1850 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
