2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
