1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Festiva | Alto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
