1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 44 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 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 | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
