1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulietta | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
