1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 769 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Alto (38 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1988 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Panda | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Alto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
