1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Swift |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
