2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2002 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | 2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |