2000 Suzuki Swift vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Swift | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Swift | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
