1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 42 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
