1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 72 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Mazda | Tatra |
Model | Cosmo | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 1981 | 1947 |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |