1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 70 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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Vivace | Swift |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
