2002 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 741 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 823 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotec C 1000 | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Lotec | Mazda |
| Model | C 1000 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
