1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 259 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Beta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
