1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
