1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Covie is newer by 38 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 93 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie. 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Covie |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
