1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Swift is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 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 1963 Abarth 700. 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, 1998 Suzuki Swift (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
Model | 700 | Swift |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 740 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 |