1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 589 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 2011 Subaru Forester 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. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Fiat Punto | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |