1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Cherry |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |