2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 745 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | GT | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
