1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Cosmo | 504 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
