1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
