1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 42 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 328 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Cube |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
