1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 21 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, both vehicles can yield 106 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
