1971 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Alto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 225 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Marcos 2 Litres | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
Model | 2 Litres | Alto |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2180 mm |