1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa 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 21 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 145 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1996 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Punto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
