1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 205 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulietta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 40 L |
