1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Baleno | 147 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
