1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Cosmo | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 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 | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
