1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Fellow | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 41 L |
