1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1965 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Armada |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 106 L |
