1973 Honda Life 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 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Swift (59 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Suzuki Swift (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Life | Swift |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
