1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Alto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Suzuki Alto (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
