1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 9 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | Activehicle |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |