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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 42 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
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, 1980 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 1980 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
