1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 783 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Coupe (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | Alto |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 30 L |
