1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Vitara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |