1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Fiat 125
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 125 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 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 1972 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1972 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 125 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
