1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 28 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 614 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Cosmo | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2290 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
