2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 33 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, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
