1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki 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, 1988 Suzuki Vitara (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
