1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Cosmo | 356 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |