1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo 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 31 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Alfasud | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
