2007 Suzuki Alto vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Alto is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,061 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Alto (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Alto (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Alto | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1061 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
