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Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. Alfa Romeo Spider

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mazda MX-5 Miata and Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata and the Alfa Romeo Spider.

When comparing the Mazda MX-5 Miata's and the Alfa Romeo Spider'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 Mazda MX-5 Miata's and the Alfa Romeo Spider'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 Mazda MX-5 Miata’s base engine makes 128 horsepower, and the Alfa Romeo Spider base engine makes 115 horsepower.

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Mazda MX-5 Miata
Alfa Romeo Spider

1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

17045

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)

17771

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)

14170 - 20635

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

22590

Category Avg Starting MSRP:

N/A

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Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

10039

Price Range:

5990 - 13875

Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)

13050

Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)

10039 - 15468

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

5

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

103407

# Good or Great Deals:

0

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

Price Range:

-

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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

0

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Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.8 / 10

Reliability:

8.9 / 10

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

Not available

Alfa Romeo Spider Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mazda MX-5 Miata

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Alfa Romeo Spider

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Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

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Typical Category Recalls:

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Mazda MX-5 Miata Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Sports Cars

1 / 11

Best Manual Transmission Sports Cars

1 / 11

Best Sports Cars

1 / 11

Most Reliable Sports Cars

1 / 11

Best Sports Cars for the Money

1 / 7

Most Affordable Sports Cars

1 / 7

Best Sports Cars Under $35k

1 / 6

Most Reliable Sports Cars Under $35k

1 / 6

Best Convertibles

1 / 5

Convertibles with Best Resale Value

1 / 5

Most Reliable Convertibles

1 / 5

Best Convertibles for the Money

1 / 4

Best Manual Transmission Convertibles

1 / 4

Most Affordable Convertibles

1 / 4

Best Convertibles Under $35k

1 / 2

Best Gas Mileage Convertibles

2 / 5

Best Convertibles for Tall People

4 / 5

Convertibles with the Most Horsepower

4 / 5

Most Comfortable Convertibles

4 / 5

Sports Cars with Best Resale Value

7 / 11

Best Sports Cars for Tall People

8 / 11

Most Comfortable Sports Cars

8 / 11

Sports Cars with the Most Horsepower

10 / 11

Alfa Romeo Spider Rankings

Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Mazda MX-5 Miata Trim Levels

Base, M-Edition

Alfa Romeo Spider Trim Levels

Base, Veloce

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

3 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

1 years / 12000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

6 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

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

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

115 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

119 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

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

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

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

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

Alloy wheels:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

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

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:

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

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

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

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

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

Brilliant Black

Blue

Laguna Blue Metallic

Red

Classic Red

White

White

Exterior Colors

Black

Not available

Blue

Not available

Red

Not available

White

Not available

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