2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1989 Suzuki Swift (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2250 mm |
