1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 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 (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 500 | Swift |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |