1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 30 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1997 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Punto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 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 |
