1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
