1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 496 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2615 mm |