Alfa Romeo Spider vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Alfa Romeo Spider and Mazda MX-5 Miata contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Alfa Romeo Spider and the Mazda MX-5 Miata.
In comparing the Alfa Romeo Spider's and the Mazda MX-5 Miata's specifications and ratings, The Mazda MX-5 Miata has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Alfa Romeo Spider's and the Mazda MX-5 Miata's specifications and ratings, the Mazda MX-5 Miata is a better car than the Alfa Romeo Spider.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Alfa Romeo Spider’s base engine makes 115 horsepower, and the Mazda MX-5 Miata base engine makes 128 horsepower.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$22,590
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$17,045
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$17,771
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$14,170 - $20,635
Used Car Pricing
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Price Range:
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,168
Price Range:
$4,995 - $12,104
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$11,289
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$9,168 - $13,145
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
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Alfa Romeo Spider Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Alfa Romeo Spider
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda MX-5 Miata
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
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Alfa Romeo Spider Rankings
Not yet available
Mazda MX-5 Miata Rankings
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13 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Alfa Romeo Spider Trim Levels
Base, Veloce
Mazda MX-5 Miata Trim Levels
Base, M-Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
1 years / 12000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
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2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
119 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
128 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
110 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
228 / 300 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
63.9 inches
Height:
49.7 inches
Length:
167.7 inches
Wheelbase:
88.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2293 lbs
Width:
65.9 inches
Height:
48.2 inches
Length:
155.4 inches
Wheelbase:
89.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black
Blue
Laguna Blue Metallic
Red
Classic Red
White
White
