1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 66 L |
