1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 43 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
