2004 Suzuki Swift vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Swift (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Swift | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
