1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1999 Mazda MPV is newer by 32 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | MPV |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
