1958 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1958 Ford 17 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 1958 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | 17 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
