1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 40 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 185 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2604 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
