1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1976 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1976 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1976 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
