2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 853 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
