1957 Opel Record vs. 2009 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Alto is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1957 Opel Record 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 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 2009 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Record | Alto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
