1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Giulia | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
