One reason why we hesitate buying jap products is the non-availabilty of spare parts. Fortunately for ur choice, this is not a problem since the parts for local Alto will be compatible with the imported one. The Jap Alto will b definitely much more reliable and offer u more safety. However, at the price of Engine power etc,,, The difference in Engine is the only issue, so ull have to decide between reliablity/Safety and Engine economy etc urself.