1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, both 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1974 Mazda RX-4 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 165 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |