1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1962 Triumph Herald. 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 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Cosmo | Herald |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
