1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 36 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 123 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
