1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | AZ-1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |