2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Swift (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Palio | Swift |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
