1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 29 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 2 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Pod |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1495 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
