1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 545 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Aspen | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2210 mm |
