2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 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 21 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 138 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
