1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1986 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Alto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1986 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 356 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2180 mm |
