1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Suzuki Sidekick
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1997 Suzuki Sidekick were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (169 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. (133 Nm). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Sidekick.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Suzuki Sidekick | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | GTV | Sidekick |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 133 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |