1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfasud | Jimny |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 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 |