1977 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1977 Ford Granada (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Alto |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
