1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 220 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.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Swift |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
