1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Swift |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
