1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
