1981 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 22 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 2,292 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda Cosmo | 2003 MCC Smart | |
Make | Mazda | MCC |
Model | Cosmo | Smart |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |