1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Cherry |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |