1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Punto | C3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
