1971 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. 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, 1978 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi A 112 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
| Model | A 112 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
