1974 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 41 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GTV | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
