1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | 3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |