1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
