1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 41 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |