1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift

To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 57 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 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 35 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 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, 2007 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 2007 Suzuki Swift
Make Alfa Romeo Suzuki
Model 1900 Swift
Year Released 1950 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1884 cc 1326 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 145 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2390 mm


 

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