2001 Suzuki Swift vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Swift (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aspire weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Swift (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Swift | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Swift | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
