1999 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Alto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
