1995 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Suzuki Alto (38 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 50 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Alto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 796 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 | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2180 mm |
