2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 750 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2200 mm |
