1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |