2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | B2500 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
