1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo 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 30 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Publica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
