1978 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 258 kg more than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1999 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Cosmo. 1999 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Cosmo | 1999 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Cosmo | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
