1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
