1978 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1980 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Alto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Horizon (75 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 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, 1978 Plymouth Horizon (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Plymouth Horizon | 1980 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Horizon | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2160 mm |
