1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulia | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
