2009 Honda Fit vs. 1998 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 721 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1998 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fit | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
