1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
| Model | B6 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
