1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (137 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
