1996 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |