1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 249 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 170 V | Alto |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
