1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 323 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mazda 323 (168 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
