2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 244 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
