2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Suzuki Cervo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Cervo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |