1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki Swift (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsair | Swift |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
