Compare Maruti Suzuki 800 and Maruti Suzuki Alto 800

Key difference: Both Maruti Suzuki 800 and Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 are hatchback variant cars manufactured and sold by Maruti Suzuki in India, and a few other countries of the world. They differ in terms of their build, performance, features, etc.

Maruti Suzuki 800 was first launched in the year 1983 and since then has gone on to become one of the most sold cars in the world. The 800 was one of the very first hatchback cars to be sold in Asian countries such as India, Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The car features a decent 796 cc engine, which is run only on petrol, with a mileage of 16.1 kmpl. Accommodating four persons at once, the 800 facilitates manual transmission using four gears. Having seat upholstery made of artificial leather, the 800 doesn’t provide the standard conventional features such as an anti-lock braking system, airbags, central locking, alloy wheels, etc. It would be a major folly on one’s part to expect modern provisions from a traditional machine like the 800, especially at the price at which it is marketed. However, the 800 still proves to be a cheap and viable means of transportation that promises reasonable performance, along with a happy nostalgia of one's yesteryears.

The Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 is an upgraded version of the Maruti Alto model, released by Maruti Suzuki in the year 2000. The Alto 800 was launched in the Indian car market on October 16, 2012. The car is a major departure from its predecessor, i.e. the Maruti Alto. The Alto 800 features a complete redesign of its predecessor's engine, the chassis, the décor, etc. However, this car still features Maruti’s iconic 796 cc displacement capacity, by which the title 'Maruti 800' was actually coined. Staying true to its pedigree, the Alto 800 is a five door hatchback which runs only on petrol. Additionally, the car features front power windows, power steering, seat upholstery made of fabric, and a single airbag provision for the driver. Undoubtedly, the most striking quality of this car is its mileage, which is an impressive 22.74 kmpl. This number can be even bettered, when the Alto 800 is driven outside the city limits, with no obstructions or traffic jams. All in all, the Alto 800 is an honest reinvention of the Maruti Alto, and perhaps the Maruti Suzuki 800 as well.

Comparison between Maruti Suzuki 800 and Maruti Suzuki Alto 800:

Overview:

	Maruti Suzuki 800	Maruti Suzuki Alto 800
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage-City(kmpl)	13.1	17.0
Mileage-Highway(kmpl)	16.1	22.74
Fuel Tank Capacity(litres)	28	35
Seating Capacity	4	5
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Engine Description	0.8-litre 37bhp 6V Hi-Tech Petrol Engine	0.8-litre 47.3bhp 12V F8D Petrol Engine
Engine Displacement(cc)	796	796
Maximum Power	37bhp@5000rpm	47.3bhp@6000rpm
Maximum Torque	59Nm@2500rpm	69Nm@3500rpm

Specifications:

	Maruti Suzuki 800	Maruti Suzuki Alto 800
Engine
Engine Type	Hi-Tech Petrol Engine	F8D Petrol Engine
Engine Description	0.8-litre 37bhp 6V Hi-Tech Petrol Engine	0.8-litre 47.3bhp 12V F8D Petrol Engine
Engine Displacement(cc)	796	796
No. of Cylinders	3	3
Maximum Power	37bhp@5000rpm	47.3bhp@6000rpm
Maximum Torque	59Nm@2500rpm	69Nm@3500rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	2	4
Fuel Supply System	MPFI	MPFI
Transmission
Transmission Type	Manual	Manual
Gear box	4 Speed	5 Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
Suspension System
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut and Coil Spring	Gas Filled McPherson Strut, Torsion Roll Control Device
Rear Suspension	Coil Spring With Gas Filled Shock Absorbers	Coil Spring, Gas Filled Shock Absorbers With Three Link Rigid Axle & Isolated Trailing Arm
Steering
Steering type	Manual	Manual
Steering Column	Collapsible Steering	Collapsible Steering
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	4.4 metres	4.6 metres
Brake System
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Fuel
Mileage-City (kmpl)	13.1	17.0
Mileage-Highway (kmpl)	16.1	22.74
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	28	35
Emission Norm Compliance	BS III	BS IV
Tyres
Tyre Size	145/70 R12	145/80 R12
Tyre Type	Radial Tyres	Tubeless Tyres
Wheel Size	R12	R12
Other Specifications
Seating Capacity	4	5
No of Doors	4	5

Features:

	Maruti Suzuki 800	Maruti Suzuki Alto 800
Comfort and Convenience
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	No	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	No	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Bench Folding	Bench Folding
Bottle Holder	No	Yes
Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter	No	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Glove Compartment	Yes	Yes
Exterior
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Manually Adjustable Ext. Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes

Dimensions:

	Maruti Suzuki 800	Maruti Suzuki Alto 800
Length	3335mm	3395mm
Width	1440mm	1490mm
Height	1405mm	1475mm
Ground Clearance	170mm	160mm
Wheel Base	2175mm	2360mm
Kerb Weight	650kg	695kg
Gross Weight	1000kg	1185kg

Safety:

	Maruti Suzuki 800	Maruti Suzuki Alto 800
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	No
Halogen Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	No
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	No	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes