1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Nissan Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Note |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
