1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1995 Fiat Uno is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Uno weights approximately 198 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.
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, 1995 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1995 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Uno |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1371 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |