2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 18 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 745 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.
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, 2006 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C4 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
