1979 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
