1957 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 AC Aceca weights approximately 264 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 AC Aceca 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 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | AC | Suzuki |
Model | Aceca | Alto |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2180 mm |