1987 Suzuki Alto vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Alto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 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, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Suzuki Alto | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 547 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
