1986 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Micra 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, 1986 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Micra | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Micra | Alto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
