1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1973 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Familia weights approximately 160 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Alto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 657 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
