1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1987 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2080 mm |
