1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Armada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 106 L |
