1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
