2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Swift |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2250 mm |
