1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Fiat 128
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 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 6 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 128 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
