1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 850 kg more than 1972 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 30 L |
