1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 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 8 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 341 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |