1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 33 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 208 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cosmo | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1364 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
