1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 24 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 215 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.
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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |