1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Suzuki Alto (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Alto |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
