1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
