1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1993 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Alto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 440 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Giulietta (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1993 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulietta | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2180 mm |
