1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (70 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. 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 1991 Fiat Panda. 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Swift |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
