1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 97 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charade | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
