1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 122 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
