1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1996 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Punto |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |