1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1977 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1977 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1977 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 914 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
