1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | 211 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
