1972 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
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, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1968 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
