2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio. 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 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Vivio |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |