1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, both 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1970 Datsun 240Z were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 78 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 1970 Datsun 240Z has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Datsun 240Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
Model | Spider | 240Z |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2300 mm |