1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1979 Citroen Visa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 132 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |
