1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 840 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Chante |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
