1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 44 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulietta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
