1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1987 Fiat Regata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Regata weights approximately 168 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1987 Fiat Regata | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Regata |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |