1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1990 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Seicento | Swift |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |