1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | 145 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |