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Suzuki Alto

General information

ModelSuzuki Alto
Year1987
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating52.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size796 ccm (48.57 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement796 ccm (48.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power39.00 PS (29 kW or 38 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque59.00 Nm (6.0 kgf-m or 43.5 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke68.5 x 72.0 mm (2.7 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0619 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3050 litres (806 gallons)
Cargo space177 litres (47 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (346.5 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight630 kg (1,388.9 pounds)
Overall length3200 mm (126.0 inches)
Overall width1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2180 mm (85.8 inches)
Fuel capacity30.0 litres (7.93 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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