Hindustan Motors Ambassador vs Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 - Which One Should You Buy

Hindustan Motors Ambassador vs Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Hindustan Motors Ambassador and Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The discontinued Hindustan Motors Ambassador was previously offered in 26 variants. It came with a CNG, Petrol, Diesel, and LPG engine option paired with a manual setup based on the chosen trim. When it was last on sale, prices started at ₹4.31 Lakh for the lower variants and went up to ₹6.09 Lakh for the fully equipped version. The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 comes in 8 variants. Engine options include Petrol and CNG as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹3.70 Lakh. The cheapest variant, STD, costs ₹3.70 Lakh, while the top-end variant, VXI Plus AT, is priced at ₹5.45 Lakh.

Specification	Hindustan Motors Ambassador	Maruti Suzuki Alto K10
Price	₹4.31 Lakh	₹3.70 Lakh
Engine	1817 cc In-Line Engine CNG	998 cc K10C Petrol
Mileage	10.94 km/kg	24.39 kmpl
Transmission	5 Speed	5-Speed

Price

₹4.31 Lakh

₹3.70 Lakh

Engine

1817 cc In-Line Engine CNG

998 cc K10C Petrol

Mileage

10.94 km/kg

24.39 kmpl

Transmission

5 Speed

5-Speed

Hindustan Motors Ambassador vs Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 - Which One Should You Buy

Hindustan Motors Ambassador

₹ 4.31 Lakh

Classic 1800 Isz Cng

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

₹ 3.70 Lakh

STD

Hindustan Motors Ambassador

₹ 4.31 Lakh

Classic 1800 Isz Cng

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

₹ 3.70 Lakh

STD

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Engine and Performance

Max Power

75 PS @ 5000 rpm

68bhp@5600rpm

Max Torque

130 Nm @ 3000 rpm

89Nm@3500rpm

Displacement

1817 cc

998 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

Performance Specifications

Acceleration

Zero 100kmph Tested

12.77

Fuel Specifications

City Mileage

7.47 km/kg kmpl

Cng Fuel Tank Capacity

42 Litres

Cng Mileage Arai

10.94 km/kg

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

42 Litres

Dimensions and Design

Body Type

Sedan

Height

1520 mm

Length

3530 mm

Wheelbase

2380 mm

Width

1490 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

214 Litres

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheel Size

15 Inch

Tyre Size

165/80 R15

145/80 R13

Tyre Type

Tubeless,Radial

Tubeless, Radial

Wheel Size

4J X 15 Inch

13 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Tandem master cylinder with Servo assist

Disc

Front Suspension

Torsion Bar Spring

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

228.6 mm dia, drums on rear wheels

Drum

Rear Suspension

Semi Elliptical Leaf Spring

Rear twist beam

Steering Column

Collapsible

Safety Features

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Door Ajar Warning

Driver Airbag

Interior Features

Upholstery

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Air Conditioner

Central Console Armrest

Gear Shift Indicator

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Apple Carplay

Bluetooth Connectivity

Integrated 2din Audio

Integrated Antenna

Exterior Features

Outside Rear View Mirror Orvm

Manual

Brochure

Download Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Brochure Brochure Icon

EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Hindustan Motors Ambassador - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹3,44,890

Interest: 9.5%

₹32,765

Down Payment (20%)

₹86,222

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹7,243/month

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹2,95,920

Interest: 9.5%

₹28,112

Down Payment (20%)

₹73,980

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹6,215/month

Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Engine and Performance

Max Power

75 PS @ 5000 rpm

68bhp@5600rpm

Max Torque

130 Nm @ 3000 rpm

89Nm@3500rpm

Displacement

1817 cc

998 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

Performance Specifications

Acceleration

Zero 100kmph Tested

12.77

Fuel Specifications

City Mileage

7.47 km/kg kmpl

Cng Fuel Tank Capacity

42 Litres

Cng Mileage Arai

10.94 km/kg

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Tank Capacity

42 Litres

Dimensions and Design

Body Type

Sedan

Height

1520 mm

Length

3530 mm

Wheelbase

2380 mm

Width

1490 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

214 Litres

No. of Doors

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheel Size

15 Inch

Tyre Size

165/80 R15

145/80 R13

Tyre Type

Tubeless,Radial

Tubeless, Radial

Wheel Size

4J X 15 Inch

13 Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Tandem master cylinder with Servo assist

Disc

Front Suspension

Torsion Bar Spring

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

228.6 mm dia, drums on rear wheels

Drum

Rear Suspension

Semi Elliptical Leaf Spring

Rear twist beam

Steering Column

Collapsible

Safety Features

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

Door Ajar Warning

Driver Airbag

Interior Features

Upholstery

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Air Conditioner

Central Console Armrest

Gear Shift Indicator

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Apple Carplay

Bluetooth Connectivity

Integrated 2din Audio

Integrated Antenna

Exterior Features

Outside Rear View Mirror Orvm

Manual

Brochure

Download Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 Brochure Brochure Icon

EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Hindustan Motors Ambassador - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹3,44,890

Interest: 9.5%

₹32,765

Down Payment (20%)

₹86,222

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹7,243/month

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹2,95,920

Interest: 9.5%

₹28,112

Down Payment (20%)

₹73,980

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹6,215/month

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Hindustan Motors Ambassador

Classic 1800 Isz Cng

₹4.31 Lakh

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

STD

₹3.70 Lakh

Hindustan Motors Ambassador

₹4.31 Lakh

Classic 1800 Isz Cng

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

₹3.70 Lakh

STD