1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1100 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
