1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Alto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Land Rover 109 (67 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 109 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2160 mm |
