1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | 616 | Swift |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |