1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 17 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Caimano | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3560 mm |
