1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 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 31 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 127 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
