1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 39 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 190 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Cosmo | Accent |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |
