1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Esteem is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Esteem is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Esteem, 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, 1996 Suzuki Esteem (128 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 1996 Suzuki Esteem will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulietta | Esteem |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |