1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 352 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.
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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Visa | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
