1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Alto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Mirafiori | Alto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
