1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Sprint | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
