1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
