2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (164 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |