1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Spider | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
