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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 114 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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 (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (120 Nm @ 3500 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 | 1490 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |