1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster 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, 1983 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Alto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
