2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Carol | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
