1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 37 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1976 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
