1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. Both 1973 Ford Cortina and 1992 Suzuki Swift are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Swift (59 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Suzuki Swift (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Swift |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
