2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 19 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Aveo | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
