2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Punto |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.4 mm |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |