1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
