2002 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 86 kg more than 2002 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone 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, 2002 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
