1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 34 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfasud | Swift |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |