1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 28 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 651 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2006 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
