1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 788 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, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2001 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |