1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 2400 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
