1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |