2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 107 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
