1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 486 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
