2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Citi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 49 L |
