1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 365 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 2004 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |