1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 15 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 48 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |