1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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, 1982 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 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 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 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
