1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift is newer by 22 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 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 158 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Swift |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
