1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulia | Vitara |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |