1996 Suzuki Swift vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Swift | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Swift | GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
