2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
