2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Subaru DL.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | DL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
