1995 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 522 kg more than 1995 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Punto | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |