1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 1984 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cosmo | Minica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
