1976 Renault 20 vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 435 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.
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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 20 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
