1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 250 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, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
