1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Beta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
