1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Fiat 600
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 600 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 1969 Fiat 600 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 1969 Fiat 600. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 1969 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 600 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 23 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |