2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | 626 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |