1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 562 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | MPV |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |