1986 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2010 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Swift | Panda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2310 mm |
