1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 697 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2140 mm |
