1996 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 292 kg more than 1996 Citroen AX. 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Punto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
