2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Rex is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Rex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1930 mm |
