1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 453 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Cosmo | C5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
