1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | Swift |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
