1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 704 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2. 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 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Cosmo | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1930 mm |
