1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | B2500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 266 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2990 mm |