1990 Holden Nova vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1990 Holden Nova and 1990 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Nova (81 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Nova weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Holden Nova (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Nova | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Nova | Alto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2180 mm |
