1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 2000 Subaru Legacy 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. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |