2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
