1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Mazda | Bitter |
Model | Cosmo | SC |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |