2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
