1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 32 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
