1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 39 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2764 mm |
