1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 58 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 120 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 1900 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
