2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 7 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 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Covie 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 340 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, 2001 Suzuki Covie (178 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki Covie 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 | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Grande Punto | Covie |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
