1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
