1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cedric is newer by 13 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 89 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Cedric |
Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |