2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1987 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Suzuki Alto (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 Fiat Seicento (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Alto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1987 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Seicento | Alto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
