2006 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |