1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 44 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 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 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
