1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Galant | Alto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
