1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Alto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 1960 Abarth 700 (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 700 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |
