1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 138 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Panda |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 150 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 | 722 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |