1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 610 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1605 mm |
