1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 578 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | Familia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |