1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
