1974 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1974 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 40 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 267 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Civic | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |