1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 128 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
