2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 755 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |