1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 36 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
