1984 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 1984 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 NSU 1000. 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, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda Cosmo | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Cosmo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
