1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 27 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 1,488 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 37 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Alfasud | Alto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
