1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
