1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. Both 1978 Citroen Visa and 1977 Fiat 126 are equipped with a 652 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 146 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 126 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
