1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |