1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 346 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
