1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 25 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 (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 234 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Liana |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
