1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 128 weights approximately 15 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 128 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |