1969 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1998 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1998 Mini MK VII is newer by 29 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, 1998 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII.
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, 1998 Mini MK VII, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Cosmo | 1998 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Cosmo | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
