1975 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 125 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Cosmo | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Cosmo | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |