2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1985 Suzuki Swift (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Grande Punto | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
