1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 40 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, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 573 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Cosmo | Carens |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1793 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
