1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1527 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Armada (522 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Armada |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |