1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Cosmo | Cooper |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |