2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 834 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
