1975 Lada 1200 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lada 1200 weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1975 Lada 1200 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 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lada 1200 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Lada | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 35 L |
