1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Leone weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. 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, 1993 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| 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 | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
