1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 46 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 953 kg more than 1966 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| 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 | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
