1988 Suzuki Alto vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Publica weights approximately 145 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, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Suzuki Alto | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Publica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 547 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
