1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | 626 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
