2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 19 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ducato | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2250 mm |
