1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 931 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |