1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 18 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, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
