1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 28 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Zagato Zuma weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Mazda | Zagato |
| Model | Cosmo | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1894 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
