1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Junior | Vitara |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |