1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Swift is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1998 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, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | 130 | Swift |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |