1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Swift |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
