1965 Simca 1300 vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 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 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1965 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Simca 1300 | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Simca | Suzuki |
Model | 1300 | Swift |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |