1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 42 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 278 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulia | Baleno |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |