1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | 323 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 870 kg |
