1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 25 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 158 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Mazda | Ascari |
| Model | Cosmo | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
