1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 19 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda Cosmo | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Cosmo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
