1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 105 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 750. 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, 1958 Abarth 750 (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 750 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
