1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Spider | Equator |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3200 mm |