1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
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 Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 876 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.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
