1980 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda Cosmo | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Cosmo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
