1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulia | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
