1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 33 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa.
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, 2012 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
