2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |
