1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Swift is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 194 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Suzuki Swift (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Swift |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
