1968 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Alto |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2180 mm |
