1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 42 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
