2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1959 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Light |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
