1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 19 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 2,210 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | Cosmo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2210 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1810 mm |
