1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 43 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 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 41 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Cube |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
