1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |