1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 132 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
