1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Alto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | GTA | Alto |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2180 mm |