1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Punto and 1999 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Samurai |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |