1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 12 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2490 mm |
