2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 37 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
