1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Reno |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
