1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 146 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1996 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
