1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
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 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Carisma | Swift |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
