1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Swift is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
