1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 574 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Giulietta | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |