1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Alto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Alto (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2007 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Alto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
