1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 385 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |