2008 Suzuki Swift vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 19 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Swift | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Swift | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
