1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | 818 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
