1976 Mazda 1000 vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1976 Mazda 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. 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, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 1000 | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |
