1992 Suzuki Alto vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 633 kg more than 1992 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Suzuki Alto | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Alto | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
