1998 Citroen AX vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 202 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Punto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
