1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1985 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Croma (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 361 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, 1985 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1985 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Croma |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |