1990 Suzuki Alto vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Alto | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Alto | H1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3210 mm |
