2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 593 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 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |