1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (132 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
