1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfasud | Samurai |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |