2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 471 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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 Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |