1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 346 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2200 mm |
