1978 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1978 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 172 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall VX4. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Cosmo | 1962 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cosmo | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
