1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
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, 2012 Suzuki Alto (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfasud | Alto |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |