1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash is newer by 54 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 155 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Suzuki Splash, 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, 2010 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Splash 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 | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulietta | Splash |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
