1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 507 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
