1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 1956 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2005 Suzuki Alto has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Alto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
