1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1999 Suzuki X90 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki X90 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 GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | X90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2210 mm |
