2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
