1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 1999 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Pickup |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |