2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Covie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Covie would be higher. At 1,327 cc, 2001 Suzuki Covie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Covie (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Covie should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Covie. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Covie |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
