1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 117 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
