1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 215 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Corolla | Alto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
