1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 17 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 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Cosmo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |