2000 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1977 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 1977 Mazda Cosmo has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Mazda Cosmo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1977 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
