1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 176 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulietta | Vitara |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
