1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 575 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 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
