1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
