1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Multipla is newer by 25 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 495 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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2003 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Multipla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |