1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. Both 1958 Abarth 1000 and 2012 Suzuki Alto are equipped with a 996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 1000 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
