1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 35 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 808 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Cosmo | 407 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2177 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |