1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Alfetta (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfetta | Samurai |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |