1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 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 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Concerto | Alto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
