1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Punto | C4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
