1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (238 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Lancia 037 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
