1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 840 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Quest |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3160 mm |
