1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1997 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (49 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Fiat Panda. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1997 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Panda |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 86 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 58 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |