1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 715 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Graduate | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
