1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 112 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, 1998 Fiat Punto (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1998 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Punto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
