1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana is newer by 39 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Liana |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
