1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |