1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 43 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Nitro |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |