1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 11 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Alfasud | Vitara |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |