1983 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Smart 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, 1983 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda Cosmo | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | Cosmo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |