1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 25 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 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 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| 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 |
