1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Visa | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |