1976 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Alto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 1991 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Alto |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2180 mm |
