1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (108 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Spider | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |