1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Swift (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cortina | Swift |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
