1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
