1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 550 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |