2001 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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 (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2001 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:
2001 Fiat Punto | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |