1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 42 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 210 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 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulietta | Samurai |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |