1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 223 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 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 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulietta | Samurai |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |