1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 32 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 424 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Idea |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |