1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster is newer by 30 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Speedster weights approximately 5 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.
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, 1999 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Cosmo | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
