1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Fiat Uno (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Uno | Swift |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
