1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Swift is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1989 Suzuki Swift (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfasud | Swift |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2250 mm |