1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 455 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 2003 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, 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 (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |