1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfasud | Vitara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |