2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
