2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 28 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Rex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
