1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 21 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127.
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, 1971 Fiat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 127 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |