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 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 35 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 258 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (167 Nm) has 44 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 | 1970 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1098 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 |