1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfa 6 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |