1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 316 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. 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 1996 Fiat Brava. 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Brava | Swift |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
