1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Mirafiori | Swift |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |