1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 320 kg more than 1955 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Light |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
