2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 886 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |
