1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 36 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
