1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 405 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | 211 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |