1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | 323 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
