1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cosmo | Minica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 548 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
