1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 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 7 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 284 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. 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 1962 Abarth 700. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | 700 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
