1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 764 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Sprint | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
