2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1965 Nissan President 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | President |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |