1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulia | Swift |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |