Key Specifications
| Spec | Series I (L10A) | Series II (L10B) |
|---|
| Production Years | 1967-1968 | 1968-1972 |
| Manufacturer | Toyo Kogyo Co., Ltd (Mazda) | |
| Assembly | Hiroshima, Japan | |
| Body Style | 2-door coupe | |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive | |
| Wheelbase | 2,200 mm | 2,350 mm |
| Overall Length | 4,140 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,595 mm | 1,595 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,165 mm | 1,165 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
| Drag Coefficient | ~0.39 | ~0.39 |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 2 |
| Units Produced | 343 | 833 |
Engine, Type 10A Twin-Rotor
| Spec | L10A | L10B |
|---|
| Engine Type | Twin-rotor Wankel | |
| Displacement | 491cc x 2 = 982cc | |
| Rotor Configuration | 2-rotor, peripheral exhaust port | |
| Rotor Dimensions | Generating radius: 105 mm | |
| Eccentricity | 15 mm | |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Power | 110 PS (81 kW) @ 7,000 rpm | 128 PS (94 kW) @ 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 130 Nm @ 3,500 rpm | 142 Nm @ 5,000 rpm |
| Fuel System | Hitachi 4-barrel carburettor | |
| Ignition | Contact breaker points, single distributor | |
| Cooling | Water-cooled | |
| Lubrication | Oil metering pump (apex seal lubrication) | |
| Recommended Fuel | 98 RON premium unleaded | |
| Oil Capacity | ~3.5 L | |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm | |
Transmission
| Spec | L10A | L10B |
|---|
| Type | Manual | Manual |
| Gears | 4-speed | 5-speed |
| Final Drive | 4.111 | 3.900 |
| Clutch | Single dry plate | |
L10B Gear Ratios (5-speed)
| Gear | Ratio |
|---|
| 1st | 3.500 |
| 2nd | 2.170 |
| 3rd | 1.419 |
| 4th | 1.000 |
| 5th | 0.829 |
| Reverse | 3.662 |
Suspension
| Component | Front | Rear |
|---|
| Type | Independent, double wishbone | De Dion tube with trailing arms |
| Springs | Coil | Coil |
| Dampers | Telescopic hydraulic | Telescopic hydraulic |
| Anti-roll Bar | Yes | No |
Brakes
| Component | Front | Rear |
|---|
| Type | Disc | Drum |
| Diameter | 254 mm | 229 mm |
| Servo Assisted | Yes | Yes |
Steering
| Spec | Value |
|---|
| Type | Recirculating ball |
| Power Assist | No (manual) |
| Turns Lock-to-Lock | 3.2 |
| Turning Circle | 9.4 m |
| Metric | L10A | L10B |
|---|
| 0-100 km/h | ~10.5 s | ~8.8 s |
| 0-400 m | ~16.3 s | ~15.8 s |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 200 km/h |
Fuel Economy (Approximate)
| Condition | L/100 km |
|---|
| City driving | 18-22 |
| Highway cruising | 12-15 |
| Mixed driving | 15-18 |
Electrical
| Spec | Value |
|---|
| Battery | 12V, 36 Ah |
| Alternator | 35A |
| Headlights | Sealed beam |
| Ignition System | 12V coil, points and condenser |
Wheels and Tyres
| Spec | Value |
|---|
| Wheel Size | 14” x 4.5” steel |
| Bolt Pattern | 4 x 114.3 |
| Tyre Size | 155SR14 |
Exterior Colours (Factory)
The Cosmo Sport was offered in a limited range of colours:
| Colour | Code |
|---|
| White | , |
| Red | , |
| Blue | , |
| Silver | , |
Note: Factory colour documentation is limited. Custom colours may have been available on special order.
Interior
| Spec | Value |
|---|
| Seats | Fixed-back bucket, vinyl upholstery |
| Dashboard | Moulded, full instrumentation |
| Instruments | Tachometer (central), speedometer, water temperature, oil pressure, fuel level, ammeter |
| Heating | Yes |
| Air Conditioning | No (not factory available) |
Dimensions Detail
| Measurement | L10A | L10B |
|---|
| Front Track | 1,270 mm | 1,270 mm |
| Rear Track | 1,250 mm | 1,250 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155 mm | 155 mm |
| Front Overhang | 830 mm | 830 mm |
| Rear Overhang | 1,110 mm | 960 mm |
Service Intervals (Recommended)
| Service Item | Interval |
|---|
| Engine oil and filter | 5,000 km or 3 months |
| Apex seal lubrication oil (metering pump) | Check level at every fuel fill |
| Spark plugs | 10,000-15,000 km |
| Points and condenser | 10,000 km or as needed |
| Coolant | 24 months |
| Compression test | 12 months or 10,000 km |
| Carburettor inspection | 12 months |
| Brake fluid | 24 months |
| Valve (port) clearance | Not applicable (rotary engine) |
Production Summary
| Detail | Value |
|---|
| Total Production | 1,176 units |
| Series I (L10A) | 343 units (1967-1968) |
| Series II (L10B) | 833 units (1968-1972) |
| Market | Japan domestic only |
| Factory | Hiroshima, Japan |
| Original Price (Japan, 1967) | ¥1,480,000 (L10A) |
| Original Price (Japan, 1968) | ¥1,485,000 (L10B) |