1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Alto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 750 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 750 should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Suzuki Alto (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 750 | Alto |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |