1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
