1981 Suzuki Alto vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Alto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 1000 (46 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 1000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1968 Toyota 1000 (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Suzuki Alto | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Alto | 1000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2170 mm |