1975 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Suzuki Alto (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1975 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. 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 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Alto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 30 L |
