1979 Suzuki Cervo vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 555 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Suzuki Cervo | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Cervo | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
