1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Swift is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | 128 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
