1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Fiat 133
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 32 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 133 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 1975 Fiat 133. 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, 1975 Fiat 133 (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1975 Fiat 133 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 133 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |