1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1970 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
