2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 5 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Grande Punto | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
