1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 4 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 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 44 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 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 |
