1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 156 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
