1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 407 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
