1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1985 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Alto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 850 (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 1985 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | 850 | Alto |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2180 mm |