1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Swift is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia 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 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1969 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1997 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Swift |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |
