2000 Honda Insight vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight 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, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight.
Because 1981 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1981 Mazda Cosmo has manual transmission. 1981 Mazda Cosmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 2210 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |