1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 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, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 929 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
