1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | 929 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |