1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Swift is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Swift |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
