1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1980 Citroen Visa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 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 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1956 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
