1970 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Cosmo | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cosmo | 164 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2959 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
