2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (149 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
