1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Cosmo | A5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
