1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 43 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | B2500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |