2007 Suzuki Alto vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Alto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1984 Toyota Celica. 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, 1984 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Alto | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1061 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
