1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
