1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 24 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 16 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Giulietta (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulietta | Samurai |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |