1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 45 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
