1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift

To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 1994 Suzuki Swift
Make Alfa Romeo Suzuki
Model 1900 Swift
Year Released 1950 1994
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 102 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75.5 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2270 mm


 

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