2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 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), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 160 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
