1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fiesta (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1979 Ford Fiesta (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
