2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 866 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Chante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
