1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 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 7 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 53 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
