1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1990 Mini MK V
To start off, 1990 Mini MK V is newer by 20 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 52 more horse power than 1990 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1990 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Mini MK V. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1990 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | Cosmo | MK V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 997 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
