2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry 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 192 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
