1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 463 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | 350Z |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |