1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1305 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 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Titan 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 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Titan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 522 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3560 mm |