2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
