2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1.
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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Punto | C1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
