1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Laurel |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |