1971 Honda Life vs. 1993 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Swift is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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, 1993 Suzuki Swift (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1993 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1993 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Life | Swift |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2270 mm |
