1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 1400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 43 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |