Mazda Cosmo Sport

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Mazda Cosmo Sport

Japan vs Japan — 1967 vs 1967

Mazda Cosmo Sport (1967)
Mazda Cosmo Sport (1967)
Specifications
Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A)Cosmo Sport 110S (L10B)
Horsepower110 hp128 hp
Torque96 lb-ft96 lb-ft
Engine Size982 cc982 cc
0-60 mph10.2 sec8.7 sec
Top Speed115 mph115 mph
¼ Mile17.5 sec16.0 sec
Weight2,072 lbs
Wheelbase2,200 mm2,200 mm
Length4,140 mm4,140 mm
Units Produced1,5191,176
Value (Excellent)$350,000$150,000
Collectibility9/105/10
Rarity9/1010/10
The Verdict

The 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10B) emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, quicker acceleration, better value. The 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A) counters with stronger collectibility, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.

Overview

The Mazda Cosmo Sport lineage tells a fascinating story of automotive evolution. Comparing the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A) with the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10B) reveals how Mazda refined and reimagined one of its most important nameplates over the years. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A) producing 110 hp and the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10B) delivering 128 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mazda Cosmo Sport uses a Twin-Rotor Wankel 10A displacing 982 cc, while the Mazda Cosmo Sport relies on a Twin-Rotor Wankel with 982 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10B) edges ahead at 8.7 seconds versus 10.2 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1967 Mazda Cosmo Sport 110S (L10A) rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.