1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 275 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
