1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 37 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | 2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1399 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
