1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 39 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Titan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 106 L |
