1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 27 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 431 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 (143 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Giulietta | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
