1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Alto (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Lancer | Alto |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
