1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 56 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 536 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulietta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
