1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 266 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.
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, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1974 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
