1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 19 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | V6 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |