1958 Ford 17 vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1958 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford 17 | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | 17 | Alto |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 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 | 1115 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |