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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 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 | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 49 L |
