1999 Honda Today vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 11 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Today weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1988 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Today | Alto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
