1993 Suzuki Swift vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1993 Suzuki Swift is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Suzuki Swift (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Suzuki Swift | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Swift | Corona |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |