2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 30 L |
