1980 Renault 4 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 955 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1980 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 4 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
