1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1985 Nissan Prairie is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 63 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Prairie |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |