2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kamal | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
