1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 57 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Cosmo | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
