2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante 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 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 978 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Chante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
