1971 Austin 3 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1972 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
