1987 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
