1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1963 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Suzuki Fronte. (32 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1963 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |
